'GTA Trilogy' Remaster Could Be Bad News For 'GTA 6'

Rockstar Games is working on some sort of a "GTA Trilogy" Remaster, according to rumors and while it does not relate directly to "GTA 6," some believe that it could have a massive impact on the much-awaited sequel.

In Jun. 2020, Rockstar Games announced that it is working on "GTA 5" Expanded and Enhanced Edition, a new game version for next-gen gaming consoles. With the next-gen versions confirmed releasing this year, the gaming studio has a lot on its plate. If rumors about the "GTA Trilogy" Remasters are accurate, it means more bad news to "GTA 6" fans.

The imminent release of the "GTA 5" next-gen versions and "GTA Trilogy" Remasters rumored to be in the works could mean that fewer developmental resources are assigned to "GTA 6." It is also safe to speculate that the much-awaited sequel is not an immediate priority of the gaming studio. The community is pretty convinced that it is the case, at least for now. Despite being almost a decade old, "GTA Online" maintains a massive player base, which surprisingly continues to grow.

Aside from that, Rockstar Games is also soaked on "Red Dead Online," which is also continuously getting an enormous player base on its own. With this success, the gaming studio may be thinking of different ways to roll out support to the game in the near future. Business-wise, "GTA Online" and "Red Dead Online" generate income, so the most practical way to keep the players immersed is by offering more content through updates and support.

While "GTA Trilogy Remaster" is just a rumor, for now, it is another blow for "GTA 6" fans--a subtle indication that the sequel is not coming anytime soon. Over the past years, the game has been one of the heavily rumored titles in the industry, even without the gaming studio's official confirmation that it is in the works. Considering the itinerary of the gaming studio and the impact of the global health crisis, it is a surprise if the industry sees the game launch next year.

It is worth noting that the "GTA Trilogy" Remaster being in development is just a rumor. Fans should temper their expectations and treat these rumors with a pinch of salt.